325 - Exploring Retirement Side Hustles Using CNC & Laser

325 - Exploring Retirement Side Hustles Using CNC & Laser

Author: MARK | DREW | BRUCE October 8, 2025 Duration: 1:03:43

In this episode Bruce and Mark discuss various topics including their insights into retirement hustles involving CNC and laser engraving and the growing saturation of the maker space market. They share effective cleaning tips for workshops, introduce Kreg's new cordless tool line, and explore innovative features that enhance woodworking experiences. The discussion also covers the challenges of building cabinets, the importance of proper insulation for energy efficiency, and the benefits of heated floors. Finally, they highlight exciting deals available during Amazon Prime Day for DIY enthusiasts.

AMAZON DEAL DAYS:
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Ever find yourself in the garage with a half-finished project, wondering how to actually film it or balance it with family life? That’s the everyday territory explored in We Built A Thing. Hosts Mark, Drew, and Bruce are dads and part-time creators who understand the messy, rewarding intersection of building something tangible and sharing that journey online. Their conversations feel like hanging out in a well-used workshop, covering the sawdust-covered realities of making things with your hands alongside the practical challenges of growing a YouTube channel or building a community on Instagram and Facebook. This isn’t about flawless finished products; it’s about the constant learning that happens when life, fatherhood, DIY, and content creation all collide. Each episode digs into the genuine questions they’re figuring out themselves, from shop tips and project failures to the nuances of filming a process or finding time between school runs. Tune in for a candid, relatable look at the ongoing project of being a maker in the modern world.
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